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Centering the Teacher: How an Autonomy-Supportive Environment Impacts Arts Educators’ Sense of Agency and the Collaborative Culture of Their Education Networks , Kyle Andrew Anderson
Effects of a Self-Monitoring Tracking System Combined With Blended Learning Intervention Time on Students’ Self-Regulated Learning Skills And Academic Performance , Jennifer E. Augustine
The Integration Of Simulation-enhanced Interprofessional Education Into Undergraduate Clinical Laboratory Science Curriculum , Dana Powell Baker
Reading Strategies: Impact on Fifth Grade African American Males’ Reading Comprehension and Motivation to Read , Patrice Antoinette Barrett
Tip of the Iceberg in Changing School Culture: Acknowledging and Addressing Microaggressions , Nicole Lauren Becker
The Impact of Ability Grouping on Academic Achievement in Elementary Reading , Kristi Bissell
Impacts of Technology-Enhanced Dual Enrollment Mathematics Course on Rural High School Students’ Intentions of Going to College , Nicolae Bordieanu
Educative Curricular Supports Used to Improve High Cognitive Demand Task Implementation in High-Dosage Mathematics Tutorial , Halley Bowman
Creating a Culturally Inclusive American Literature Classroom , Holly R. Bradshaw
The Impact of a Series of Professional Development Sessions on Culturally Responsive Pedagogy (CRP) on the Awareness Level of Seven Teachers at a Suburban High School , Charity Jo Brady
The Effects of Gamified Peer Feedback on Student Writing in High School English Language Arts , Kerise Amaris Broome
Evaluating the Impact of Personalized Professional Learning on Technology Integration in the Classroom , Angela Bishop Burgess
An Exploration of Perinatal Stress and Associated Mental Health of Transitioning First-Time Fathers , Timothy Reed Burkhalter
A Study of Computational Thinking Skills and Attitudes Towards Computer Science with Middle School Students , Lorien W. Cafarella
Using Critical Reflection to Mitigate Racial Implicit Bias and Enhance Cultural Humility: A Nursing Faculty Action Research Study , Teresa Stafford Cronell
Mitigating Student Anxiety in the Secondary Classroom: A Culturally Sustaining Approach , Erin Hawley Cronin
Daily Activities and Routines: A Comparative Case Study of the Home Language and Literacy Environment of Spanish-Speaking Toddlers With and Without Older Siblings , Eugenia Crosby-Quinatoa
Supporting Improvement In Academic Outcomes And Self-efficacy For Black Male Varsity Athletes , Katherine Currie
Online Professional Development’s Effect on Teachers’ Technology Self-Efficacy and Continuance Intention to Use Pear Deck , Katherine Shirley Degar
Empowering Teachers to Support MTSS Students: An Action Research Study , Sahalija Dentico
Multisensory Phonics Instruction in Struggling Readers , Amanda M. Dixon
Student Engagement Action Research a Focus on Culturally Relevant Instructional Methods , Amia Dixon
Instructional Coaching: A Support for Increasing Engagement in Middle School Mathematics , Christi Ritchie Edwards
A Holistic View of Integrated Care Within Counselor Education: A Multi-Manuscript Dissertation , Alexander McClain Fields
Faculty Perceptions of Readiness and Confidence for Teaching Online: An Evaluation of Online Professional Development , Kevin Brent Forman
The Effect Of Instructionally Embedded Cognitive Reframing On Students’ Self-beliefs Of Their Mathematical Competence , Kelly Eyre Frazee
An Examination of Physical Literacy: Learning Through A Technology Integrated, Flipped Classroom Approach. , Euan M. S. Frew
Increasing Phonemic Awareness in Intellectually Impaired Students by Using Wilson’s Fundations Phonics Program in a Self-Contained Classroom , Theresa Lynne Garcia
A Causal Comparative Study of the Effects of Physical Activity Course Enrollment on College Students’ Perceived Wellness, Mental Health, and Basic Psychological Needs , Genee’ Regina Glascoe
The Effect of Computer-Based Learning Modules on Pre-Algebra Student Proficiency and Self-Efficacy in Manipulating Math Expressions Involving Negative Signs , Brian Charles Grimm
Exploring Literary Responses to Culturally Relevant Texts Through an AsianCrit Lens: A Collective Case Study of Chinese American Students in a Community-Based Book Club , Wenyu Guo
Building Leadership Capacity to Support International Educators: A Professional Learning Series , Amanda Hajji Minnillo
Unveiling The Lifeworld Of Educators' Social Justice Journeys: A Phenomenological Investigation , Maria Rocas Halkias
The Influence and Impacts of Critical Literacy Intervention in Preservice Teachers Culturally Responsive Teaching Self-Efficacy: A Mixed Methods Study , Heather Lynn Hall
Stories From North Carolina Teachers of Color: An Inquiry of Racialized Experiences in the Workplace. , Deborah Stephanie Harrison
Electronic Portfolios in a High School Community of Practice: Action Research Exploring Writing Experiences in an Advanced Placement Writing Course , Archibald Franklin Harrison IV
The Effects of Problem-Based Learning on Mathematics Motivation in a Flipped Classroom Instructional Environment , Joshua David Harrison
University, City, and Community: Athletics Urban Renewal Projects and the University of South Carolina’s Carolina Coliseum and Blatt Physical Education Center, 1964–1971 , Theresa M. Harrison
Stories from North Carolina Teachers of Color: An Inquiry of Racialized Experiences in the Workplace. , Deborah Stephanie Harrisson
Examining The Perceptions And Knowledge Of School Administrators In Special Education , Maranda Hayward
Supporting Black Students in Sixth-Grade Science Through a Social Constructivist Approach: A Mixed-Methods Action Research Study , Kirk Anthony Heath
Effects of Choice Reading on Intrinsic Motivation in Underperforming Sixth-Grade Students , Heather M. Henderson
Academic Success and Student Development in the Health Professions: An Action Research Study , Molly Ellen Higbie
Deficit Thinking in Teacher Course Level Recommendations , Andrew Hogan
Increasing English Progress Proficiency of Multilingual Learners Utilizing Improvement Science , Stephanie Corley Huckabee
The Impact of Cognitive Coaching on High School English Teachers’ Implementation of Metacognitve Reading Strategies , Charrai Hunter
Digital Literacy Integrated Into Academic Content Through the Collaboration of a Librarian and a Core Content Teacher , Jeri Leann Jeffcoat
The Effects of Hip-Hop and Rap Music Intervention to Improve the Wellbeing of Black and African American Men , Lanita Michelle Jefferson
The Effects of Learner-Centered Professional Development and Supporting Effective Teaching Practices in Elementary-Level Professional Learning Communities , Lisa Suther Johnson
Examining the Relationship Between Multicultural Training and Cultural Humility Development in CACREP-Accredited Counselor Education Programs , Sabrina Monique Johnson
Multimodal Digital Literacy Practices: Perspectives of L2 Academic Writing Instructors , Priscila Jovazino Bastos Medrado Costa
Using Yoga, Meditation, and Art Therapy to Combat Complex Trauma and Promote Social–Emotional Learning in the Art Room , Karen Emory Kelly
Perspectives, Motivations, and Resistance: Investigating Employee Responses to Employer-Sponsored Diversity Training , Robert Kerlin
STEM Educators’ Perceptions of Gender Bias and the Contributing Factors That Persist for Women in STEM Education , Haleigh Nicole Kirkland
A Qualitative Study Examining and Comparing Families’ and Teachers’ Perceptions of School Readiness , Shalonya Cerika Knotts
The Impact of Differentiated Affective Curriculum on the Asynchronous Social and Emotional Development of Gifted Elementary Students , Michelle Koehle
Supporting Self-efficacy Through Mindset: The Impact Of A Growth Mindset Innovation On The Self-efficacy Of Middle School Students In A Teen Leadership Course , Shannon J. Kojah
The Evolution of Contextualized, Discourse-based Professional Development to Support Elementary Teachers in the Implementation of Conceptual Mathematical Teaching Practices , Jennifer Aren Kueter
A Critical Examination Of An in Class Tabata Based Physical Fitness Protocol on Student Engagement Levels in a Sixth Grade Math Class , Justin R. Kulik
Mathematics Teachers’ Attitudes and Intentions Towards Instructional Videos as Part of a Flipped Learning Model , Jessica Lee Lambert
Reimagining Parent-teacher Relationships Through Human Centered Design , Andrea Lynn Lance
Increasing Math Knowledge in 3 rd Grade: Evaluating Student Use & Teacher Perceptions of Imagine Math , Paoze Lee
Utilizing Case Studies to Increase Critical Thinking in an Undergraduate Anatomy & Physiology Classroom , Sarah E. Lehman
Exploring Chinese International Students’ Motivational Factors in Non-Mandatory Event Participation , Aimin Liao
Preparing In-Service Elementary Teachers to Support English Language Learners: A Qualitative Case Study of a Job-Embedded Professional Development Using TPACK , Rachel Theresa Lopez
Impact of Virtual Models on Students’ Multilevel Understanding of an Organic Reaction , Eli Martin
Weathering the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Study Examining How the Lived Experience Affected English Learners , Mary Kathryn Maxwell
Racial Orientations: A Phenomenological Approach , Nicholas Mazur
Measuring the Impact of Peer Coaching on Teacher Effectiveness at Friendship County High School , Whittney Michele McPherson
The Effects of Technology Integration on Academic Performance and Engagement of Third Grade Social Studies Students: A Mixed Methods Study , Ashley Megregian
Beyond The Acronym Of Stem: Experiential Learning Professional Development For Integrative Stem Education , Christine Mitchell
Counter-Stories From Former Foster Youth: College Graduates Disrupting the Dominant Narrative , Amanda May Moon
Supporting LGBTQ+ ELA Students Through Action Research , Nicole Mustaccio
What Are They Thinking?: A Qualitative Study of Secondary Students’ Critical Thinking in Online Classes , Scott Allan Nolt
Impact of the Engineering Design Process on Rural Female Students’ Achievement and Self-Efficacy , Whitney Lowery Oberndorf
Shakespeare in Virtual Reality: Social Presence of Students in a Virtual Reality Book Club , John Funchess Ott Jr.
Teacher Observations as Professional Development Opportunities , Ashton Carrie Padgett
Reading Motivation and Retrieval Practice of United States Undergraduates Aged 18 to 23 , Robyn M. Pernetti
A Descriptive Study of Factors That Support and Hinder Classroom Discourse With English Learners , Jillian Camille Plum
Implementing Meaningful Problem-Based Learning in a Middle School Science Classroom , Celestine Banks Pough
Coaching to Success: Moving From a Fixed Mindset to a Growth Mindset Through Positive Motivation , Shannon Dianna Ramirez
Critical Literacy and Student Engagement: Disrupting the Canon in the Secondary English Classroom , Katherine Burdick Ramp
Pursuing Culturally Responsive Math Teaching By Secondary Math Educators: A Professional Development Action Research Study , Emily Bell Redding
The Impact of a Literacy Program on Summer Reading Setback: Providing Access to Books and Project-Based Learning , Tiffany Gayle Robles
Decentering the White Gaze: The Effects of Involving African-American Students in Curricular Decision-Making in an Independent School Library , Michelle Efird Rosen
Critical Literacy And Self Efficacy Among Secondary Students Repeatedly Engaged In Literacy Intervention , Haley Rowles
Transforming Lessons And Those Who Write Them: Professional Development For Educational Content Writers To Integrate Technology Into Lessons Using The Tpack Framework , Rachael Patricia Santopietro
An Examination of Semester-Long Review of Behavior Referral Data at a High School in a Southeastern State , Shalanda L. Shuler
Instructional Hub: Bridging the Gap in Teacher Preparation for Online Instruction , Charity Beth Simmons
The Impact of the Flipped Classroom Model on Elementary Students’ Achievement and Motivation for Learning Geometry , Kimberly M. Smalls
If Not Me, Then Who? A Study of Racial and Cultural Competence in a High School English Department , DiAnna Sox
“So, the World Isn’t Just Old White Guys?”: Student and Teacher Experiences in a Culturally Relevant Advanced Placement Chemistry Class , James Thomas Sox
1, 2, 3: Counting on Problem Based Learning to Improve Mathematical Achievement in African American Students , Kelley P. Spahr
The Use of Project-Based Learning to Scaffold Student Social and Emotional Learning Skill Development, Science Identity, and Science Self-Efficacy , Michelle Sutton Spigner
How Do the Students Feel? Long-Term English Learners and Their Experience Under the ESL Label , Molly M. Staeheli
My Journey Toward A Culturally Relevant Music Pedagogy , Adam Michael Steele
Implementation of Digital Flashcards to Increase Content-Specific Vocabulary Knowledge and Perceptions of Motivation and Self-Efficacy in an Eleventh-Grade U.S. History Course: An Action Research Study , Jill Lee Steinmeyer
Family Therapy, K-12 Public Education, and Discipline Risk: A Scoping Review and Relationship Analysis Multiple Manuscript Dissertation , Cara Melinda Thompson
The Impact of Extended Professional Development in Project-Based Learning on Middle School Science Teachers , Margrett Caroline Upchurch-Ford
A Qualitative Study on Mental Health Resource Utilization of Enlisted Airmen During the COVID-19 Pandemic , Hassahn Khali Wade
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BUILDING THEORETICAL AND CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORKS FOR QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH REPORT IN EDUCATION
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The paradigm shift in the conduct and the contents of research reports in universities has continued to create challenges to many researchers. In recent times the gradual obligatory and academic demands to include theoretical and conceptual frameworks in every quantitative research reports have been described by many students as addition to research rigors. In some cases some supervisors may find it difficult to guide their students. However it may appear, the importance of theoretical and conceptual frameworks in quantitative research reports cannot be overlooked because research variables depend largely on existing theories and interrelated concepts. This paper therefore reviewed and suggested how theoretical and conceptual frameworks can be developed for quantitative research reports. The paper also made attempt to give clearer views on the conceptualization of theories, variables, models, constructs, and concepts, theoretical and conceptual frameworks. The components of theoretical and conceptual frameworks for quantitative research reports were presented, and attempts were made to show how the frameworks are applied in a research. It was therefore concluded that theoretical and conceptual frameworks are necessary and useful ingredients of a sound quantitative research report. Recommendations were made, one of which was that both frameworks should be used simultaneously in every quantitative research report.
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How do we decide whether to use a quantitative or qualitative methodology for our study? Quantitative and qualitative research (are they a dichotomy or different ends on a continuum?). How do we analyse and write the results of a study for the research article or our thesis? Further questions can be asked such as; is the paradigm same as research design? How can we spot a paradigm in our research article? Although the questions are answered quietly explicitly, the discussion on the paradigm and research design remains technical. This can be evidenced by the confusion that people still face in differentiating between a paradigm, methodology, approach and design when doing research. The confusion is further worsened by the quantitative versus qualitative research dichotomies. This article addresses quantitative and qualitative research while discussing scientific research paradigms from educational measurement and evaluation perspective.
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In the past few decades, educational practices have changed drastically, particularly regarding how information and learning are delivered and processed. Education research frequently employs quantitative methods. Quantitative education research provides numerical data that can prove or disprove a theory, and administrators can easily share the quantitative findings with other academics and districts. While the study may be based on relative sample size, educators and researchers can extrapolate the results from quantitative data to predict outcomes for larger student populations and groups. Educational research has a long history of utilising measurement and statistical methods. Commonly quantitative methods encompass a variety of statistical tests and instruments. Educators and students could transition to the digital era and research-based knowledge, including quantitative research in advanced higher education, as the technology has advanced. The quantitative research methods in education emphasise basic group designs for research and evaluation, analytic methods for exploring relationships between categorical and continuous measures, and statistical analysis procedures for group design data. The essential is to evaluate quantitative analysis and provide the research process, sampling techniques, the advantages and disadvantages of quantitative research in the article.
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How doctoral programs train future researchers in quantitative methods has important implications for the quality of scientifically based research in education. The purpose of this article, therefore, is to examine how quantitative methods are used in the literature and taught in doctoral programs. Evidence points to deficiencies in quantitative training and application in several areas: (a) methodological reporting problems, (b) researcher misconceptions and inaccuracies, (c) overreliance on traditional methods, and (d) a lack of coverage of modern advances. An argument is made that a culture supportive of quantitative methods is not consistently available to many applied education researchers. Collective quantitative proficiency is defined as a vision for a culture representative of broader support for quantitative methodology (statistics, measurement, and research design).
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Conducting educational research involves various stages, with an interdependence and inter-relationship which can be both iterative and progressive in nature. One of these stages is the review of literature sources related to the focus of the research. Reviewing related literature involves tracing, examining, critiquing, evaluating and eventually recommending various forms of contents to the intents of the research based on the content’s typicality, relevance, correctness and appropriateness to what the research intends to achieve. The main variables as stated in the title of the research, the research questions, the research objectives and the hypotheses, dictates the literature sources to review. Reviewing literature focuses on the existing related topics that bear relevance to the title of the research and through which reviewing, appropriate theories can be picked up as the review of related topics and phrases goes on. As soon as the related topics are reviewed and main points noted, the reviewing process proceeds to review the theories underpinning the study. Some of these theories would have been established while reviewing the related topics and can now gain momentum, while other theories can now be generated considering the title, research questions, research objectives and findings of the topics reviewed and discussed earlier. Reviewing related topics generates main points of arguments, solutions, gaps and propositions. Similarly, reviewing theories does produce the same set of corresponding or contrasting agreements, gaps and propositions. Despite reviewing different sources of literature, it is the same research at hand, with same objectives and same methodological layout. Hence, a need to shape a strategic, literature direction for the research by consolidating the key findings of the different sources reviewed, in view of the intents of the research. The process of consolidating the multiplicity of key literature findings relevant to the research into a whole single unit, with one standpoint revealing the strategic literature direction for the research, is called constructing a conceptual framework. The end product of this construction is the conceptual framework, which is the informed and consolidated results presented narratively or schematically, revealing the strategic position of the study in relation to what exists in literature.
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If you’re just starting out exploring education-related topics for your dissertation, thesis or research project, you’ve come to the right place. In this post, we’ll help kickstart your research topic ideation process by providing a hearty list of research topics and ideas , including examples from actual dissertations and theses..
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We know it’s exciting to run through a list of research topics, but please keep in mind that this list is just a starting point . To develop a suitable education-related research topic, you’ll need to identify a clear and convincing research gap , and a viable plan of action to fill that gap.
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Education-Related Research Topics & Ideas
Below you’ll find a list of education-related research topics and idea kickstarters. These are fairly broad and flexible to various contexts, so keep in mind that you will need to refine them a little. Nevertheless, they should inspire some ideas for your project.
- The impact of school funding on student achievement
- The effects of social and emotional learning on student well-being
- The effects of parental involvement on student behaviour
- The impact of teacher training on student learning
- The impact of classroom design on student learning
- The impact of poverty on education
- The use of student data to inform instruction
- The role of parental involvement in education
- The effects of mindfulness practices in the classroom
- The use of technology in the classroom
- The role of critical thinking in education
- The use of formative and summative assessments in the classroom
- The use of differentiated instruction in the classroom
- The use of gamification in education
- The effects of teacher burnout on student learning
- The impact of school leadership on student achievement
- The effects of teacher diversity on student outcomes
- The role of teacher collaboration in improving student outcomes
- The implementation of blended and online learning
- The effects of teacher accountability on student achievement
- The effects of standardized testing on student learning
- The effects of classroom management on student behaviour
- The effects of school culture on student achievement
- The use of student-centred learning in the classroom
- The impact of teacher-student relationships on student outcomes
- The achievement gap in minority and low-income students
- The use of culturally responsive teaching in the classroom
- The impact of teacher professional development on student learning
- The use of project-based learning in the classroom
- The effects of teacher expectations on student achievement
- The use of adaptive learning technology in the classroom
- The impact of teacher turnover on student learning
- The effects of teacher recruitment and retention on student learning
- The impact of early childhood education on later academic success
- The impact of parental involvement on student engagement
- The use of positive reinforcement in education
- The impact of school climate on student engagement
- The role of STEM education in preparing students for the workforce
- The effects of school choice on student achievement
- The use of technology in the form of online tutoring
Level-Specific Research Topics
Looking for research topics for a specific level of education? We’ve got you covered. Below you can find research topic ideas for primary, secondary and tertiary-level education contexts. Click the relevant level to view the respective list.
Research Topics: Pick An Education Level
Primary education.
- Investigating the effects of peer tutoring on academic achievement in primary school
- Exploring the benefits of mindfulness practices in primary school classrooms
- Examining the effects of different teaching strategies on primary school students’ problem-solving skills
- The use of storytelling as a teaching strategy in primary school literacy instruction
- The role of cultural diversity in promoting tolerance and understanding in primary schools
- The impact of character education programs on moral development in primary school students
- Investigating the use of technology in enhancing primary school mathematics education
- The impact of inclusive curriculum on promoting equity and diversity in primary schools
- The impact of outdoor education programs on environmental awareness in primary school students
- The influence of school climate on student motivation and engagement in primary schools
- Investigating the effects of early literacy interventions on reading comprehension in primary school students
- The impact of parental involvement in school decision-making processes on student achievement in primary schools
- Exploring the benefits of inclusive education for students with special needs in primary schools
- Investigating the effects of teacher-student feedback on academic motivation in primary schools
- The role of technology in developing digital literacy skills in primary school students
- Effective strategies for fostering a growth mindset in primary school students
- Investigating the role of parental support in reducing academic stress in primary school children
- The role of arts education in fostering creativity and self-expression in primary school students
- Examining the effects of early childhood education programs on primary school readiness
- Examining the effects of homework on primary school students’ academic performance
- The role of formative assessment in improving learning outcomes in primary school classrooms
- The impact of teacher-student relationships on academic outcomes in primary school
- Investigating the effects of classroom environment on student behavior and learning outcomes in primary schools
- Investigating the role of creativity and imagination in primary school curriculum
- The impact of nutrition and healthy eating programs on academic performance in primary schools
- The impact of social-emotional learning programs on primary school students’ well-being and academic performance
- The role of parental involvement in academic achievement of primary school children
- Examining the effects of classroom management strategies on student behavior in primary school
- The role of school leadership in creating a positive school climate Exploring the benefits of bilingual education in primary schools
- The effectiveness of project-based learning in developing critical thinking skills in primary school students
- The role of inquiry-based learning in fostering curiosity and critical thinking in primary school students
- The effects of class size on student engagement and achievement in primary schools
- Investigating the effects of recess and physical activity breaks on attention and learning in primary school
- Exploring the benefits of outdoor play in developing gross motor skills in primary school children
- The effects of educational field trips on knowledge retention in primary school students
- Examining the effects of inclusive classroom practices on students’ attitudes towards diversity in primary schools
- The impact of parental involvement in homework on primary school students’ academic achievement
- Investigating the effectiveness of different assessment methods in primary school classrooms
- The influence of physical activity and exercise on cognitive development in primary school children
- Exploring the benefits of cooperative learning in promoting social skills in primary school students
Secondary Education
- Investigating the effects of school discipline policies on student behavior and academic success in secondary education
- The role of social media in enhancing communication and collaboration among secondary school students
- The impact of school leadership on teacher effectiveness and student outcomes in secondary schools
- Investigating the effects of technology integration on teaching and learning in secondary education
- Exploring the benefits of interdisciplinary instruction in promoting critical thinking skills in secondary schools
- The impact of arts education on creativity and self-expression in secondary school students
- The effectiveness of flipped classrooms in promoting student learning in secondary education
- The role of career guidance programs in preparing secondary school students for future employment
- Investigating the effects of student-centered learning approaches on student autonomy and academic success in secondary schools
- The impact of socio-economic factors on educational attainment in secondary education
- Investigating the impact of project-based learning on student engagement and academic achievement in secondary schools
- Investigating the effects of multicultural education on cultural understanding and tolerance in secondary schools
- The influence of standardized testing on teaching practices and student learning in secondary education
- Investigating the effects of classroom management strategies on student behavior and academic engagement in secondary education
- The influence of teacher professional development on instructional practices and student outcomes in secondary schools
- The role of extracurricular activities in promoting holistic development and well-roundedness in secondary school students
- Investigating the effects of blended learning models on student engagement and achievement in secondary education
- The role of physical education in promoting physical health and well-being among secondary school students
- Investigating the effects of gender on academic achievement and career aspirations in secondary education
- Exploring the benefits of multicultural literature in promoting cultural awareness and empathy among secondary school students
- The impact of school counseling services on student mental health and well-being in secondary schools
- Exploring the benefits of vocational education and training in preparing secondary school students for the workforce
- The role of digital literacy in preparing secondary school students for the digital age
- The influence of parental involvement on academic success and well-being of secondary school students
- The impact of social-emotional learning programs on secondary school students’ well-being and academic success
- The role of character education in fostering ethical and responsible behavior in secondary school students
- Examining the effects of digital citizenship education on responsible and ethical technology use among secondary school students
- The impact of parental involvement in school decision-making processes on student outcomes in secondary schools
- The role of educational technology in promoting personalized learning experiences in secondary schools
- The impact of inclusive education on the social and academic outcomes of students with disabilities in secondary schools
- The influence of parental support on academic motivation and achievement in secondary education
- The role of school climate in promoting positive behavior and well-being among secondary school students
- Examining the effects of peer mentoring programs on academic achievement and social-emotional development in secondary schools
- Examining the effects of teacher-student relationships on student motivation and achievement in secondary schools
- Exploring the benefits of service-learning programs in promoting civic engagement among secondary school students
- The impact of educational policies on educational equity and access in secondary education
- Examining the effects of homework on academic achievement and student well-being in secondary education
- Investigating the effects of different assessment methods on student performance in secondary schools
- Examining the effects of single-sex education on academic performance and gender stereotypes in secondary schools
- The role of mentoring programs in supporting the transition from secondary to post-secondary education
Tertiary Education
- The role of student support services in promoting academic success and well-being in higher education
- The impact of internationalization initiatives on students’ intercultural competence and global perspectives in tertiary education
- Investigating the effects of active learning classrooms and learning spaces on student engagement and learning outcomes in tertiary education
- Exploring the benefits of service-learning experiences in fostering civic engagement and social responsibility in higher education
- The influence of learning communities and collaborative learning environments on student academic and social integration in higher education
- Exploring the benefits of undergraduate research experiences in fostering critical thinking and scientific inquiry skills
- Investigating the effects of academic advising and mentoring on student retention and degree completion in higher education
- The role of student engagement and involvement in co-curricular activities on holistic student development in higher education
- The impact of multicultural education on fostering cultural competence and diversity appreciation in higher education
- The role of internships and work-integrated learning experiences in enhancing students’ employability and career outcomes
- Examining the effects of assessment and feedback practices on student learning and academic achievement in tertiary education
- The influence of faculty professional development on instructional practices and student outcomes in tertiary education
- The influence of faculty-student relationships on student success and well-being in tertiary education
- The impact of college transition programs on students’ academic and social adjustment to higher education
- The impact of online learning platforms on student learning outcomes in higher education
- The impact of financial aid and scholarships on access and persistence in higher education
- The influence of student leadership and involvement in extracurricular activities on personal development and campus engagement
- Exploring the benefits of competency-based education in developing job-specific skills in tertiary students
- Examining the effects of flipped classroom models on student learning and retention in higher education
- Exploring the benefits of online collaboration and virtual team projects in developing teamwork skills in tertiary students
- Investigating the effects of diversity and inclusion initiatives on campus climate and student experiences in tertiary education
- The influence of study abroad programs on intercultural competence and global perspectives of college students
- Investigating the effects of peer mentoring and tutoring programs on student retention and academic performance in tertiary education
- Investigating the effectiveness of active learning strategies in promoting student engagement and achievement in tertiary education
- Investigating the effects of blended learning models and hybrid courses on student learning and satisfaction in higher education
- The role of digital literacy and information literacy skills in supporting student success in the digital age
- Investigating the effects of experiential learning opportunities on career readiness and employability of college students
- The impact of e-portfolios on student reflection, self-assessment, and showcasing of learning in higher education
- The role of technology in enhancing collaborative learning experiences in tertiary classrooms
- The impact of research opportunities on undergraduate student engagement and pursuit of advanced degrees
- Examining the effects of competency-based assessment on measuring student learning and achievement in tertiary education
- Examining the effects of interdisciplinary programs and courses on critical thinking and problem-solving skills in college students
- The role of inclusive education and accessibility in promoting equitable learning experiences for diverse student populations
- The role of career counseling and guidance in supporting students’ career decision-making in tertiary education
- The influence of faculty diversity and representation on student success and inclusive learning environments in higher education
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Education-Related Dissertations & Theses
While the ideas we’ve presented above are a decent starting point for finding a research topic in education, they are fairly generic and non-specific. So, it helps to look at actual dissertations and theses in the education space to see how this all comes together in practice.
Below, we’ve included a selection of education-related research projects to help refine your thinking. These are actual dissertations and theses, written as part of Master’s and PhD-level programs, so they can provide some useful insight as to what a research topic looks like in practice.
- From Rural to Urban: Education Conditions of Migrant Children in China (Wang, 2019)
- Energy Renovation While Learning English: A Guidebook for Elementary ESL Teachers (Yang, 2019)
- A Reanalyses of Intercorrelational Matrices of Visual and Verbal Learners’ Abilities, Cognitive Styles, and Learning Preferences (Fox, 2020)
- A study of the elementary math program utilized by a mid-Missouri school district (Barabas, 2020)
- Instructor formative assessment practices in virtual learning environments : a posthumanist sociomaterial perspective (Burcks, 2019)
- Higher education students services: a qualitative study of two mid-size universities’ direct exchange programs (Kinde, 2020)
- Exploring editorial leadership : a qualitative study of scholastic journalism advisers teaching leadership in Missouri secondary schools (Lewis, 2020)
- Selling the virtual university: a multimodal discourse analysis of marketing for online learning (Ludwig, 2020)
- Advocacy and accountability in school counselling: assessing the use of data as related to professional self-efficacy (Matthews, 2020)
- The use of an application screening assessment as a predictor of teaching retention at a midwestern, K-12, public school district (Scarbrough, 2020)
- Core values driving sustained elite performance cultures (Beiner, 2020)
- Educative features of upper elementary Eureka math curriculum (Dwiggins, 2020)
- How female principals nurture adult learning opportunities in successful high schools with challenging student demographics (Woodward, 2020)
- The disproportionality of Black Males in Special Education: A Case Study Analysis of Educator Perceptions in a Southeastern Urban High School (McCrae, 2021)
As you can see, these research topics are a lot more focused than the generic topic ideas we presented earlier. So, in order for you to develop a high-quality research topic, you’ll need to get specific and laser-focused on a specific context with specific variables of interest. In the video below, we explore some other important things you’ll need to consider when crafting your research topic.
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Higher Education Policy Analysis Using Quantitative Techniques
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Conclusions and Policy Implications
Evidence-Based Policies in Higher Education: Data Analytics, Impact Assessment and Reporting [Overview Paper]
The Art of Sophisticated Quantitative Description in Higher Education Research
- statistical methods
- public policy
- institutional research
- higher education
- regression models
- secondary data
Table of contents (10 chapters)
Front matter, introduction.
Marvin Titus
Asking the Right Policy Questions
Identifying data sources, creating datasets and managing data, getting to know thy data, using descriptive statistics and graphs, introduction to intermediate statistical techniques, advanced statistical techniques: i, advanced statistical techniques:ii, presenting analyses to policymakers, back matter, authors and affiliations, about the author, bibliographic information.
Book Title : Higher Education Policy Analysis Using Quantitative Techniques
Book Subtitle : Data, Methods and Presentation
Authors : Marvin Titus
Series Title : Quantitative Methods in the Humanities and Social Sciences
DOI : https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-60831-6
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Hardcover ISBN : 978-3-030-60830-9 Published: 15 May 2021
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eBook ISBN : 978-3-030-60831-6 Published: 14 May 2021
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Number of Pages : XI, 243
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Topics : Statistics for Social Sciences, Humanities, Law , Education Policy , Statistical Theory and Methods , Educational Policy and Politics
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EFFECTIVE TEACHER LEADERSHIP: A QUANTITATIVE STUDY OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SCHOOL STRUCTURES AND EFFECTIVE TEACHER LEADERS A Dissertation presented to the Faculty of the Graduate School University of Missouri - Columbia In Partial Fulfillment Of the Requirements for the Degree Doctor of Education By Cathy Galland
SETON HALL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND HUMAN SERVICES OFFICE OF GRADUATE STUDIES APPROVAL FOR SUCCESSFUL DEFENSE Doctoral Candidate, Daniel R. Johnson, has successfully defended and made the required modifications to the text of the doctoral dissertation for the Ed.D. during this Spring Semester 2010.
The. quantitative research methods in education emphasise basic group designs. for research and evaluation, analytic metho ds for exploring re lationships. between categorical and continuous ...
The education sector has received greater local and foreign direct investment. This research examines the relationships among teacher qualifications, teacher experience, and student satisfaction.
H2: There is a statistically significant difference in student course retention between students enrolled in online courses and students enrolled in face-to-face courses at the 0.05 level of significance. The sample consisted of 885 students enrolled in TA 300 and TA 320 online and face-to-face courses.
Building Evidence for Effective Education: Essays in Quantitative Research Methods Abstract This dissertation consists of three papers about quantitative research methods in education. Each paper is a response to potential limitations of the current approach to building evidence for effective education - an approach that is dominated by ...
for conducting data analyses in quantitative education studies are common but often underemphasize four important methodological components impacting the validity of inferences: quality of constructed measures, proper handling of missing data, proper level of measurement of a dependent variable, and model checking. This paper highlights these
Abstract This dissertation consists of three papers about quantitative research methods in education. Each paper is a response to potential limitations of the current approach to building evidence for effective education - an approach that is dominated by Randomized Controlled Trials of school programs, with mathematics and English achievement as primary outcomes.
This chapter starts from the observation that there is a limited presence of quantitative research published in leading adult education journals such as Adult Education Quarterly, Studies in Continuing Education and International Journal of Lifelong Learning.This observation was also discussed by Fejes and Nylander (2015, see also Chap. 7).As an adult education scholar mainly working with ...
This book provides a clear and straightforward guide for all those seeking to conduct quantitative research in the field of education, using primary research data samples. While positioned as less ...
A Quantitative Study of an Online Learning Platform's Impact on High School Students' Engagement, Academic Achievement, and Student Satisfaction in a Mathematics Class Mariah Minkkinen [email protected] Follow this and additional works at: https://red.mnstate.edu/thesis Part of the Mathematics Commons
This study was conducted to evaluate the long-term effectiveness of a second tier intervention on. at risk students' behaviors and academic success. The study included 113 middle school and. junior high students identified as being at risk for emotional and behavioral disorders using the.
Family Therapy, K-12 Public Education, and Discipline Risk: A Scoping Review and Relationship Analysis Multiple Manuscript Dissertation, Cara Melinda Thompson. PDF. The Impact of Extended Professional Development in Project-Based Learning on Middle School Science Teachers, Margrett Caroline Upchurch-Ford. PDF
THE DIGNITY FOR ALL STUDENTS ACT: A QUANTITATIVE STUDY OF ONE UPSTATE NEW YORK PUBLIC SCHOOL IMPLEMENTATION By Christopher M. Riddell A doctoral dissertation Presented to the Graduate Faculty of the Doctor of Law and Policy Program at Northeastern University In partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Law and Policy
Quantitative education research provides numerical data that can prove or disprove a theory, and administrators can easily share the quantitative findings with other academics and districts. While the study may be based on relative sample size, educators and researchers can extrapolate the results from quantitative data to predict outcomes for ...
Abstract. Research in early childhood education has witnessed an increasing demand for high-quality, large-scale quantitative studies. This chapter discusses the contributions of quantitative research to early childhood education, summarises its defining features and addresses the strengths and limitations of different techniques and approaches.
Adopting a quantitative approaches in researching teaching English as a Foreign Language (EFL) will achieve much the same purpose as utilising this methodology in the broader fields of education and psychology. ... McEwan, Patrick J.(2008).Quantitative research methods in education finance and policy. In Helen F. Ladd and Edward B. Fiske (Eds ...
Research methods, according to Kothari (2004), are specialized procedures or tactics used to find, select, process, and analyze data on a particular subject. We used quantitative approaches to ...
To develop a suitable education-related research topic, you'll need to identify a clear and convincing research gap, and a viable plan of action to fill that gap. If this sounds foreign to you, check out our free research topic webinar that explores how to find and refine a high-quality research topic, from scratch.
The quantitative research methods course is a staple of graduate programs in education leadership and administration. Historically, these courses serve to train aspiring district and school leaders in fundamental statistical research topics.
Dr. Marvin A. Titus' research focuses on the economics and finance of higher education and quantitative methods. While he has explored how institutional and state finance influence student retention and graduation, Dr. Titus' most recent work is centered on examining the determinants of institutional cost and productivity efficiency.
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NOTE: This proposal is included in the ancillary materials of Research Design with permission of the author. Hayes, M. M. (2007). Design and analysis of the student strengths index (SSI) for nontraditional graduate students. Unpublished master's thesis. University of Nebraska, Lincoln, NE. with the task of deciding who to admit into graduate ...